Join us in Yerevan, Armenia on October 14-16, 2022. There will be events before and after the conference, check often for updates on additional trips, events and other great activities.
PRE-CONFERENCE TRIPS
There are two optional trips being hosted by Charles Veley and Harry Mitsidis before the festival begins.
OCTOBER 14, 15, & 16 – SPEAKERS
During the day (October 14, 15 & 16), you will be engaged with a series of great speakers. There will be keynote addresses, breakout sessions, and panels sharing actionable information or inspirational stories of travel. There will also be time to share a coffee and meet fellow travelers as well as the sponsors of our event
We will be starting our day in the morning on October 14th at the festival venue to hear our first speakers! And finishing in late afternoon on Sunday, the 16th. We will name a venue on Sunday evening to have a drink and say goodbyes (for a casual, non-official event).
OCTOBER 13 – WALKING TOURS & SPONSOR/SPEAKER DINNER
Want an introduction to Yerevan on Thursday October 13th? Consider a food tour at 12:30 pm and a walking tour at 4:00 pm. Contact our friends at Yerevan Free Walking Tours to reserve your spot!
For our sponsors and speakers we are hosting you for a dinner at Rehan Restaurant. Please join us at 6:30 for drinks followed by dinner.
OCTOBER 14 – PARTY
At night, we are planning dinners and parties. A fun way to relax, have a drink and listen to some music with your fellow attendees from around the world.
Attendee Festival Party – The Kond House – 46 Leo Street, Yerevan
Dinner (Optional)
6pm –
The Kond House is graciously providing complimentary Alexandrapol Beer (local Armenian beer) and Bambakashat Wine (white wine, pomegranate wine, red wine) for those dining at The Kond House. Bambakashat Family has been making wine for over 300 years in Armenia.
In addition, The Kond House will be providing complimentary tastings of Eau de Vie (fruit brandy) made by the Bakhtami Distillery in their wine cellar.
The Party
8pm –
The party and the drinks (included) begin to flow at 8 pm with a specially designed menu including some signature Armenian cocktails. Of course, you can order food throughout the evening.
The Music
The Arpinak Trio, a jazz trio, will be playing from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm while DJ Rosick will be playing music until close.
This event is included in your ticket with no additional costs.
OCTOBER 15 – ATTENDEE FESTIVAL DINNER
Attendee Group Dinner – Vostan – Abovyan 8 – 7pm
The group dinner will be at the highly rated restaurant Vostan located in the center of Yerevan in an historic building.
This event is included in your ticket with no additional costs.
After Dinner Drinks (optional) After Dinner – Seeds Pub & Eatery – Parpetsi 12
Want to have another drink before our busy day on Sunday. Join your friends at Seeds for a drink or snack. Please make sure you wear your lanyard to receive a free welcome drink of apricot orghi (homemade brandy). This is a laid back pub with good music.
Hit The Dance Floor (optional) – Bak75 – Abovyan 18
If you want to hear some dance music check out Bak75. Again, wear your lanyard to receive a free welcome drink of apricot orghi (homemade brandy) and skip the cover charge.
OCTOBER 16
After Dinner Drinks (optional) – The Beatles Pub – Pushkin 60
Time to say goodbye and meet up for a final time before we head off into other directions. Please make sure you wear your lanyard to receive a free welcome drink of apricot orghi (homemade brandy). This is a laid back pub with good music.
OCTOBER 17 – POST-CONFERENCE DAY TRIP
Please check out this awesome optional day trip to visit Soviet gems in Armenia.
Check back later to see the schedule! In the meantime, you can learn about our speakers.